Because teens are still maturing, peer pressure is extraordinarily powerful. Although not everybody who uses drugs and alcohol develops a dependency, experimenting with drugs at…
One of the most serious and deadliest consequences of heavy drinking in a short time is alcohol poisoning. If anyone drinks too much too quickly,…
If you believe that your teen is too young to discuss teen drinking, that’s incorrect. The earlier you start these conversations, the better. During your…
Why do some college students drink, and others don’t? What many may not realize is that drinking and college go hand in hand for many…
The most widely used drug by teens is alcohol, and, as a result, it’s also one of the biggest problems. Unfortunately, many parents don’t understand…
Teens are still developing, meaning that their decision-making and logical reasoning centers are still maturing. Many teens have abused prescription drugs at least once; as…
For parents, learning how to talk about substance abuse to teens is a critical way to ensure your teen understands the dangers of drug and…
While it may seem like teens have less stress and conflict than adults, many teens between the ages of 13 and 18 have an anxiety-related…
Mental health is a struggle that impacts many teens around the country. Mental illness and substance abuse in teens is sometimes tricky to identify, as…
As an adult family member, you’ve tried to teach your adolescent about the dangers of underage drinking. But despite the many long conversations at home…
